caribbbb studies past papers

2005SECTION A

MODULE 1- CARIBBEAN SOCIETY AND CULTURE

EITHER

1. Describe the value of coral reefs to Caribbean society and culture.Total 20 marks

OR

2. Describe education, as a social institution, impacts on Caribbean society and culture.Total 20 marks

SECTION BMODULE 2- ISSUES IN CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT

EITHER

3. For a named Caribbean country, describe the factors that may be hindering the process of development.

Total 20 marks

OR

4. Describe how discriminating against women impacts on development in the Caribbean.Total 20 marks

SECTION CMODULE 1- CARIBBEAN SOCIETY AND CULTURE

EITHER5. To what extent do European cultural institutions continue to dominate Caribbean society and

culture?Total 30 marks

OR

6. Drawing on your own experiences, discuss the extent to which the concept of “Caribbean Identity” is a myth or reality.

Total 30 marks

SECTION DMODULE 2- ISSUE IN THE CARIBBEAN

EITHER

7. Examine how freedom of the press impacts on development in the Caribbean.Total 30 marks

OR

8. Suggest ways in which the tourism industry in the Caribbean can further advance development in the region.

2007SECTION A


1. Describe the contribution of peasant groups to the development of Caribbean society in the period after emancipation.

Total 20 marks

OR

2. Describe THREE different ways in which the term ‘culture’ ii used. Refer to examples from Caribbean society and culture to illustrate your answer.

Total 20 marks


EITHER

3. Outline FOUR indicators of development and describe their relevance as indicators of development in the Caribbean.

Total 20 marks

OR

4. Explain how the distribution of wealth in a Caribbean country impacts on its development.Total 20 marks


EITHER

5. “Caribbean migrants in the United Kingdom and North America have had a limited impact on those societies.” Present arguments for OR against this statement.

Total 30 marks

OR

6. Assess the extent to which religion continues to dominate the life of Caribbean people.

SECTION DMODULE 2- ISSUES IN CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT

EITHER

7. “West Indian cricket, once the pride and joy of Caribbean sports fans worldwide, has in recent years often lacked competitiveness in test matches.” Assess the impact that this “lack of competitiveness” will have on regional cricket in general AND on the region’s development specifically.

Total 30 marks

OR

8. Describe THREE factors that encourage Caribbean integration, and assess the impact this integration is likely to have on social, political and economic development of the region.

Total 30 marksEND OF TEST

2009SECTION A


1. Examine THREE measures that Caribbean countries can implement to minimise the danger posed to coral reefs in the region. Total 20 marks

OR2. Examine THREE ways in which the Justice System, as a social institutions impacts on society and culture. Total 20 marks


3. Using examples from the Caribbean, describe the importance of each of the following concepts.(i) Economic Development (ii) Political development (iii) Social developmentOR Total 20 marks4. Describe THREE ways in which discrimination against women hinders development in the region. Total 20 marks


5. Account for the changing role that race, colour and ethnic affiliation play in Caribbean society and culture. Total 30 marksOR6. “There is no single Caribbean culture”.Do you agree? Provide arguements to support your answer. Total 30 marks


7. “ The ultimate goal of CARICOM is to institute a single government for CARICOM member staes”.

If this goals becomes a reality, discuss the ways inwhich this development may help or hinder the movement towards Caribbean integration. Total 30 marksOR

8. “Tourism has advanced development in the region”. Present arguements for AND against this statement. Total 30 marks

2010SECTION A


1. Describe THREE ways in which education has facilitated the colonial agenda in the Caribbean.

Total 20 marks

OR

2. Describe the major migration into the Caribbean that greatly impacted the society and culture.

Total 20 marks


3. Explain how Globalization affects labour and trade in the Caribbean.Total 20 marks

OR

4. Describe how the distribution of wealth in the Caribbean hinders development in the region.

Total 20 marks


5. Examine the impact of Rastafarian culture on the metropolitan societies of North America and Europe. Total 30 marks

OR6. “Flooding is caused by a combination of natural and manmade factors”.Describe the extent to which flooding is a Major environmental hazard in the Caribbean.

Total 30 marks


7. For one named Caribbean country, examine its commitment to Human development through sports. Total 30 marks

OR

8. The Mass Media in the Caribbean is pre-occupied with sensational news reporting such as crime and violence --- rape and burglaries --- with little focus on the regions economic, educational and other developmental issues.

Give arguments FOR and AGAINST this statement.Total 30 marks

2011SECTION A


Answer ONE question from this section.

EITHER

1. Using THREE examples from the Caribbean, explain the relationship between culture and society

Total 20 marks

OR

2. Explain THREE ways in which the physical landscape has influenced settlement patterns in the Caribbean.

Total 20 marks

SECTION B

MODULE 2- ISSUES IN CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT


EITHER

3. Discuss THREE similarities and THREE differences between sustainable development and economic development.

Total 20 marks

OR

4. Discuss FOUR challenges that are faced by Caribbean governments in using sports as a means of facilitating development in the region.

Total 20 marks

SECTION C



EITHER

5. To what extent can it be argued that genocide and revolution are central themes in Caribbean history?

Total 30 marks

OR

6. “European cultural institutions continue to impact Caribbean society and culture in the independence period.”To what extent do you agree with this statement?

Total 30 marks


Answer ONE question from this section.EITHER

7. Discuss the view that freedom of movement is the key factor hindering integration in the Caribbean region.

Total 30 marks

OR

8. “Breaches of social justice hinder development by perpetuating inequality in Caribbean society.”Discuss this statement with reference to age and class


2012SECTION A



EITHER

1. Examine THREE ways in which the family, as a social institution, impacts on society and culture in the Caribbean.

Total 20 marks

OR

2. Examine THREE strategies that Caribbean countries can use to minimize the impact of earthquakes in the region.

Total 20 marks

SECTION BMODULE 2-ISSUES IN CARIBBEAN DEVELOPMENT


EITHER

3. Describe FOUR ways in which technology has advanced development in the Caribbean.Total 20 marks

OR

4. Describe FOUR ways in which Caribbean countries can increase their levels of productivity.Total 20 marks

SECTION CMODULE 1-CARIBBEAN SOCIEETY AND CULTURE


EITHER

5.“Social stratification continues to be a key feature of Caribbean society.”

Using examples from the Caribbean, discuss the extent to which you agree with this statement.Total 30 marks

OR

6. “Cultural practices are never erased: they are transformed.”

Using examples from the Caribbean, discuss the extent to which you agree with this statement.Total 30 marks



EITHER

7. “The Caribbean needs sustainable tourism.”

Discuss the extent to which you agree that it is feasible for the Caribbean to practise sustainable tourism.

Total 30 marks

OR

8. “CARICOM cannot last for five more years!”

Discuss the extent to which you agree with this statement in view of the challenges faced by CARICOM.


2008. SCETION A1. Using examples from the Caribbean explain TWO of the following concepts : (i) Cultural Erasure (ii) Cultural retention (iii) Cultural Renewal. Total 20 marks2. Using examples from the Caribbean, explain how Caribbean people throughout history have responded to oppression. Total 20 marks

SECTION B3. Describe the contribution made by Carribean Governments to sustainable development in the region

Total 20 marks 4. Describe 4 ways in which technology facilitates globalization in the Caribbean. Total 20 marksSECTION C5. Asses the role of one of the following in the formation of Caribbean identity: (i) African-Caribbean Culture (ii) Indo-Caribbean Culture Total 30 marks.6. Discuss the social and economic impact of natural disasters on the Caribbean . Total 30 marks SECTION D7. “Freedom of the Press is a necessity in all Caribbean country”. Do you agree? Provide arguments and examples to support your answer. Total 30 marks 8. “Many Caribbean people continue to experience discrimination in their own countries”. Discuss this statement with reference to AGE, ETHNICITY and CLASS. Total 30 Marks

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